plug-and-play module

noun

UK /ˌplʌɡ ən ˈpleɪ ˈmɒdjuːl/

US /ˌplʌɡ ən ˈpleɪ ˈmɑːdʒuːl/

A plug-and-play module is a part you can connect and use right away without setting it up.

The new plug-and-play module made the robot work as soon as we connected it.

SYNONYMS

ready-to-use unit instant-fit component preconfigured module drop-in part

RELATED WORDS

hardware connector device component installation

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A software add-on that works immediately once added to a program.

She added a plug-and-play module to the app to enable chat.

3. A small electronic unit that connects to a system without extra wiring or setup.

The plug-and-play module snapped into the board and started running.

4. A feature or team that can join a project and start working with little preparation.

The new hire was a plug-and-play module for the busy team.